Crustless Quiche Lorraine Serves 6. Prep time: 25 minutes active; 1 hour, 10 minutes total. 8 ounces bacon, chopped 1 cup chopped onion 6 large eggs, whisked 1 cup milk 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 2 large scallion, chopped Preparation Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9-inch pie pan. Place the chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally, until bacon is crisp and brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl, and pour off all but a tablespoon of bacon fat (you can save for another use, or discard.) Add the onions to the pan and cook over medium heat until soft and golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the bacon. Add the eggs and milk to the bowl and whisk to combine, then stir in all but ¼ cup of the Swiss cheese, the salt, pepper and scallions. Pour into the prepared pan and top with reserved cheese. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the quiche is puffed and golden. Let cool on a rack for 5 minutes before cutting. Keeps for 4 days, tightly covered, in the refrigerator. 2017 National Co+op Grocers
Crustless Quiche Lorraine Ingredient checklist PRODUCE Onion REFRIGERATED/DAIRY Eggs Milk Scallion Swiss cheese MEAT/SEAFOOD Bacon SPICES/SEASONINGS Salt Pepper Serving suggestion Quiche Lorraine may well have started the quiche fad in the 1970s, with its ever-popular combination of bacon, Swiss cheese and eggs cradled in a tender pastry crust. In this version, we skip the crust and trim the amount of bacon a bit, for a paleo-friendly feast. Nutritional information per serving 235 calories 14 g. fat 246 mg. cholesterol 628 mg. sodium 8 g. carbohydrate 1 g. fiber 18 g. protein The nutritional values and information provided are approximations. www.strongertogether.coop
Chocolate Pear Cake Serves 16. Prep time: 20 minutes active; 1 hour, 20 minutes total. 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups light brown sugar ½ cup cocoa 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 2 large eggs ½ cup plain yogurt ½ cup canola oil 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups chopped unpeeled pears, about 2 small Powdered sugar Preparation Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x9x3-inch square baking pan, reserve. In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Whisk to combine, crushing any lumps of brown sugar with your fingers. In a medium bowl whisk the eggs lightly, then add the yogurt, oil and vanilla and mix until smooth. Quickly stir the egg mixture into the flour mixture, and just as it comes together, stir in the pears. Spread in the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes on a rack before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into 16 squares. Once the cake is completely cooled, it can be tightly wrapped and refrigerated for up to a week. 2017 National Co+op Grocers
Chocolate Pear Cake Ingredient checklist PRODUCE Pears BULK Flour Brown sugar Cocoa REFRIGERATED/DAIRY Eggs SPICES/SEASONINGS Vanilla Baking soda Canola oil Powdered sugar Yogurt Salt Serving suggestion Fragrant fall pears meet the irresistible flavor of chocolate in this easy and delicious pear dessert. Dust the top with a little powdered sugar, slice and serve! Nutritional information per serving 190 calories 8 g. fat 25 mg. cholesterol 160 mg. sodium 28 g. carbohydrate 1 g. fiber 3 g. protein The nutritional values and information provided are approximations. www.strongertogether.coop
Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore By Robin Asbell Serves 6. Prep time: 1 hour active; 8 hours total. 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 large onion, chopped 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 medium zucchini, sliced 2 ribs celery, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup dry red wine ½ cup chicken stock 4 ounces tomato paste 6 chicken legs, skinless 2 cups uncooked brown rice Preparation In a large slow-cooker, combine the tomatoes, onion, green pepper, zucchini, celery, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, red wine, chicken stock and tomato paste. Stir to mix, then add the chicken legs and press down so they are covered by the vegetable and spice mixture as much as possible. Set the cooker on low and cook for 7 hours. Start cooking the rice about 45 minutes before the chicken is finished cooking. When chicken is cooked, taste and add salt and pepper as needed. To serve, place a cup of cooked brown rice in a wide bowl or pasta plate and top with a chicken leg and vegetable sauce. 2017 National Co+op Grocers
Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Ingredient checklist PRODUCE Onion Green pepper Zucchini Celery Garlic BULK Brown rice GROCERY Canned diced tomatoes Red wine Chicken stock Tomato paste MEAT/SEAFOOD Chicken legs SPICES/SEASONINGS Dried basil Dried oregano Salt Serving suggestion Chicken cacciatore is Italian for hunter s chicken, and it's a classic, simple way to prepare poultry. This version has added vegetables and makes use of inexpensive leg pieces, which stew to tender perfection in the slow-cooker. Serving the flavorful sauce over brown rice stretches the meat, and makes use of every drop of chickeny goodness. Nutritional information per serving 457 calories 9 g. fat 74 mg. cholesterol 476 mg. sodium 63 g. carbohydrate 4 g. fiber 25 g. protein The nutritional values and information provided are approximations. www.strongertogether.coop
Mashed Sweet Potatoes Serves 4. Prep time: 15 minutes active; 45 minutes total. 2 pounds sweet potatoes, about 2 medium 1 cup coconut milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt Preparation Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the sweet potatoes on a sheet pan and roast for about 30 minutes, until very tender when pierced with a knife. Let cool slightly. Strip the skins from the sweet potatoes and place the flesh in the bowl of a food processor bowl (if you prefer, you can use a large bowl and a hand-masher). Puree or mash the sweet potatoes to desired degree of smoothness, and mix in the coconut milk, cinnamon and salt. Serve warm. 2017 National Co+op Grocers
Mashed Sweet Potatoes Ingredient checklist PRODUCE Sweet potatoes GROCERY Coconut milk SPICES/SEASONINGS Cinnamon Salt Serving suggestion These easy sweet potatoes are sure to bring compliments as a holiday side dish, a mellow accompaniment for roast beef or braised tempeh, or alongside a tandoori chicken breast. The coconut milk makes them extra flavorful and dairy-free. Nutritional information per serving 310 calories 4.5 g. fat 0 mg. cholesterol 330 mg. sodium 65 g. carbohydrate 10 g. fiber 3 g. protein The nutritional values and information provided are approximations. www.strongertogether.coop